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Which fundamental force of nature is responsible for holding quarks together inside protons and neutrons?

A. Electromagnetic force
B. Weak nuclear force
C. Strong nuclear force✓ Correct Answer
D. Gravitational force

💡 Solution & Explanation

The strong nuclear force is the fundamental interaction mediated by gluons that binds quarks together to form protons, neutrons, and other hadrons. Electromagnetic, weak, and gravitational forces operate at different scales and do not bind quarks within nucleons. This force is approximately a hundred times stronger than electromagnetism, ensuring the stability of atomic nuclei.

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